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MemberSeptember 19, 2024 at 3:08 pm in reply to: Which property will be better for me ready to move in or under construction?The choice between a ready-to-move-in property and a property under construction depends on your current circumstances, financial objectives, and preferences. In order or not understand the full impact of the various options available, Let us look at the advantages and disadvantages of each of the two:
Ready-to-Move-In Property
Advantages:
Standard Movability: You can occupy the house immediately after purchase. This is most suitable for people who do not have a permanent home and rely on renting apartments.
Clarity of Expectations: Everything is clear from day one. You don’t have to wait until the end of the construction to see what the final product will look like. You can already view the house before purchasing.
No Construction Risks: The house is complete, so you do not have to worry about construction risks. This includes delays, which are common in most ‘under construction’ projects.
Possible Rent Occupancy: If you purchase the property for investment purposes, you can let people occupy it and then start earning rent from them.
Existing Localities: Such properties are mostly situated with already public facilities, community services, and other amenities.
Disadvantages:
High Price Tag: In most cases, ready-to-move-in homes tend to cost more than homes that are still under construction due to their nature of being available at once and completed.
Less Freedom of Choice: Since the house has already been constructed, and if you purchase one, there is very little you can do to make any structural or architectural design changes.
Higher Maintenance Cost: It is not uncommon to see higher maintenance costs, particularly in older homes when the property is not quite new.
Under-Construction Property
Advantages:
Lower Purchase Price: While ready-to-move-in homes have prices, under-construction properties are mostly lower and thus more affordable for buyers.
Potential for Appreciation: One advantage of buying an under-construction property is that if the property is in a developing area, the prices can be high when it is completed.
Customization Options: At this stage, one may also be able to order the change in the property at their discretion since it is just the building stage where the property is being made.
Newer Facilities:
The property will bear young age, meaning there will be little need for repairs and maintenance immediately. New houses have facilities like air conditioners and equipment that use less power.
Disadvantages:
Construction Delays: One of the biggest drawbacks is project delays. Delays can happen for numerous other reasons, such as delays in getting regulatory approvals, labor issues, and financial problems on the builder’s part.
Uncertainty: Under-construction properties come with a certain degree of risk. You may be a great wearer of a particular style by the completion of the project, only to find out that the specifications have changed.
Paying Rent and Mortgage Simultaneously: If you are a prospective owner who currently rents a property, you will be challenged to pay both rent and a mortgage for a house still under construction.
Underdeveloped Neighbourhood: If the property is in a developing region, roads, schools, or hospitals might not yet be constructed.
Key Factors to Consider:
Urgency: If you need a house urgently or are relocating shortly, a ‘ready for occupation’ property is the wisest option. However, if you have plenty of time, there are some financial benefits to be gained from under-construction properties.
Budget: Under-construction properties will likely be cheaper if your resources are limited. However, in this situation, you will also need to account for extra costs, such as waiting expenses, that will result from construction going overtime.
Customization: If design and appropriate location are important to you, acquiring an under-construction property provides more leeway. Ready-to-move-in properties have only room for alteration if you are prepared to undertake major renovations.
Investment Goals: If the purchase is for investment purposes, buying an under-construction unit makes more sense since price appreciation will be high. However, in the case of ready-for-occupation property, the income begins on day one.
Risk Tolerance: If you have a calmer disposition and shun uncertainty, then a ready-for-occupation property is for you. However, if you are ready to take some risk to save or enjoy appreciation, an under-construction unit will be appropriate.
A property that can be occupied immediately is perfect for those who want certainty, want to move in immediately, and are willing to pay more.
While it is impossible to find and enjoy residence in an under-construction property, it is cheaper and safer to wait for the construction to be completed and risk delays or any other changes.
Your choice will be determined by factors such as current finances, timeframes, and risk-taking ability.
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Tina
MemberAugust 30, 2024 at 4:19 pm in reply to: How Credit Scores Impact Mortgage Rates On Conventional LoansThe credit score is very important in influencing mortgage rates, especially with conventional mortgage products. It is one of the factors lenders consider when deciding on the interest rate to offer. The following explains why and how credit scores affect the mortgage rates on conventional loans:
Credit Score Ranges and Their Impact on Rates
740 AND ABOVE – EXCELLENT CREDIT
Usually, borrowers with excellent credit scores get the lowest mortgage rates as lenders consider them low risk. Thus, lenders have the most competitive rates available to them.
Example: Suppose the average mortgage rate, regardless of credit history, is 6%. Credit-worthy borrowers find rates as low as 5.5% or worse.
700 TO 739 – GOOD CREDIT
Unfortunately, those who take the good credit option lose out on the best possible rates, although they still enjoy benefiting from decent rates.
Example: Borrower B, with a 720 score instead of Tomas, who turned out more cautious, could be offered a 5.75 rate rather than 5.5% offered out.
660 TO 699 – FAIR CREDIT
Under the traditional scoring system, you can expect to pay more for a loan since you have been assessed as a riskier borrower.
Example: A 680 borrower is likely to be offered about 6.25 rates, while a borrower with good or excellent Credit would be offered a lower rate.
Poor Credit (620 to 659):
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Example: Borrowers with a 640 credit score should expect interest rates higher than 6.753 annually. Since there is no foreign rate for housing products, let’s exclude intranlet’surces.
Very Poor Credit (Below 620):
Getting good conventional loans is far-fetched with very poor credit ratings; the terms will be exorbitant even if one qualifies for a loan.
Example: If a customer has a credit score of about 600, he would be looking at a maximum range of about 7% or more if he qualifies.
How Lenders Determine Rates Based on Credit Scores
Risk-Based Pricing: The order of these options in a bank’s mortgage policy enables the lender term that most closely approximates the measure of risk to be priced into the relevant mortgage rates. In other words, when giving a loan, they gauge the risk of giving it to you based on your credit level. A higher interest rate will be charged if your credit level is relatively low.
Loan-Level Price Adjustments (LLPAs):
- The two agencies, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which buy and guarantee most of the conventional loans in the market, implement Loan-Level Price Adjustments (LLPAs).
- LLPA fees depend on factors such as the borrower’s credit borrower’s loan-to-value (LTV) ratio and other factors.
- This forms one of the costs passed on to the borrowers regarding higher interest rates.
The Financial Impact of Higher Interest Rates
Monthly Payments:
A higher interest rate means monthly mortgage repayments go up. Over the life of a 30-year mortgage, even a slight difference in the interest rate can increase interest due by hundreds of thousands.
Example: Case Scenario On a mortgage of $300,000:
- At 5.5% amortized monthly payment except for AUD at this rate:
- Insurance would be ~1803AUD, excluding tax.
- 6.5%, there will be an increase to a monthly AUD1600 house payment.
- The principal on your mortgage, at a 2% interest rate, is about $330,384.63.
- In the two years, it is 16 months.
- So you will save almost 81984.13, with heavy interest payable in 30 years.
Affordability:
- High interest rates may also lower the amount you can borrow.
- Thus, the amount available for purchasing a house.
- For instance, at a 5.5% interest rate, you may qualify for a $300,000 loan.
- But at 6.5%, you may only qualify for a $280,000 loan.
Improving Your Credit Score To Access Greater Rates
Pay Down Debt: Lowering credit card debt and other forms of debt decreases one’s credit utilization and improves one’s credit rating.
One’s Payments on Time: Paying bills promptly is one of the most effective ways to improve one’s credit score.
One’s New Credit Inquiries: Since hard inquiries temporarily affect your credit score, try to avoid acquiring new business debt shortly before applying for a mortgage.
Correct Errors on Your Credit Report: Check your credit report frequently and question any mistakes that may lower your score.
Other Factors Defining a Mortgage Interest Rate
Although credit score is the most important factor, other factors also add to the mortgage rate that you will be given:
Down Payment: More deposits can justify a lower interest rate since the lender’s confidence is down.
Loan Type and Term: The interest rate can also be affected by the kind of loan, e.g. (fixed rate, adjustable rate) and the duration of the loan, which is either 15 years or 30 years.
Economic Conditions: This would include all policies or events occurring on a wider scale, such as those put in place by the Federal Reserve or the general rate of inflation affecting mortgage rates.
Your credit score is a key factor affecting the conventional loan mortgage rates you are quoted. The elevated credit scores translate into a reduction in borrowing and thus, in the long term, make homeownership beyond reach affordable. For those with less than favorable conditions regarding their credit score, improving it before applying for a mortgage is advisable. This course of action will save more money over the mortgage loan term compared to if that score was not improved.
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Tina
MemberAugust 30, 2024 at 3:29 am in reply to: How can a bankrupt person establish credit with a 400 FICO SCORERe-establishing one’s credit after bankruptcy may be difficult, especially for someone with a low FICO score (400). Still, it can adequately be done with time and methodically. This is followed by a simple guide on how to build credit from nothing:
Obtain Your Credit Reports: Get Copies of Your Credit Reports:
- You can request your credit report from Equifax, Experian, and Transunion, the three recognized credit bureaus, through Annual Credit Report: https://www.annualcreditreport.com
Check for Errors:
- Examine your credit reports for any mistakes or details that need updating.
- This is especially about your bankruptcy and all other accounts.
- If you have any errors on your reports, you should correct them since they will also improve your score.
Start with a Secured Credit Card: What Are Secured Credit Cards:
- With this credit card, the user must make a cash deposit.
- After you deposit with the secured credit card service, the company will most likely equal the user’s credit limit.
- It’s one of the easiest types of credit for someone with a low score.
How to Use It:
- Make small, affordable monthly transactions on the secured card.
- Fully settle the account before the deadline.
- This strategy creates a timely payment history, paramount when restoring credit.
Consider a Credit-Builder Loan
What Are Credit-Builder Loans and How Do They Work:
- A credit-builder loan is a specific type that helps people build or improve their credit ratings.
- You do not receive the amount borrowed at the onset but repay it monthly.
- The monthly deposit amount you make is kept in a savings account.
- After the loan has been “paid” in full, the funds are disbursed to you.
- Your payment record is sent to the credit bureaus.
Where to Get One: Such loans are readily available in most credit unions and community banks.
Become an Authorized User
How It Works: If you have a good friend or family member with good credit standing, you may request that they add you as an authorized user on one of their credit cards. This way, you can take advantage of their good credit without worrying about making payment obligations.
Impact on Credit: Your scores can be improved if the primary cardholder has made all their payments.
Apply for a Retail Store Credit Card
Why It Helps:
- Retail store credit cards have the advantage that their approved requirements are relaxed.
- Approval for retail store credit cards makes it easier for low credit scorers.
- To achieve this, please use them responsibly.
- Make small purchases and settle monthly invoices.
Make sure all bills are cleared off on their respective due dates.
In the History Where the Facts Lie:
- Payment history makes up much of your FICO scoring.
- Pay all your dues, such as rent, utility bills, and loans, monthly and timely.
Set Up Reminders:
- The simplest way to avoid such issues is to set up reminders to pay by the due date or use auto-pay features.
Apply Creditwise Only To Limit A Percentage of Total Credit In Use
What It Means:
- This is the ratio of the credit used to what is available.
- Most importantly, keep this ratio low, ideally below 30%.
How to Manage It:
- Save time.
- Use your credit card within its limits and clear the balance every month.
Avoid Applying for Too Much Credit at Once
Why it matters:
- When applying for a credit card, a hard inquiry on the credit report affects the credit rating for a certain period.
- Applying for many accounts over a short time frame can make one appear financially disparate.
Strategy:
- Work on one or two relatively uncontroversial credit-building measures rather than overwhelming yourself by applying for diverse credit cards or loans.
Follow Up on Credit: Track Changes:
- Your main task is to check your credit report and score regularly.
- Monitor your credit report to see whether any progress is being made.
- Check for whether all errors and issues that may arise are being dealt with.
Adjust as Needed: Make it a rule to have others perform actions on your behalf to improve the score. Stop doing whatever you are doing that is not yielding positive output.
Be Patient and Persistent: Credit Rebuilding Takes Time:
- Credit repair after bankruptcy is not an overnight miracle.
- After filing for bankruptcy, improving a dimpled credit history takes hard work and time.
- Continue with good credit practices.
- Your credit history will gradually correct.
Following best practices will mean that a post-bankruptcy debtor will attract an increase in his FICO scores from 400 upward over time. Demonstration and focus should be the order in practice to facilitate achieving longer and more realistic goals.
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Tina
MemberAugust 29, 2024 at 6:55 pm in reply to: HOW TO DEAL WITH CHARGE OFFS ON YOUR CREDIT REPORTHere are some key processes when it comes to clearing charge-offs on the credit report:
- You should make sure you get the details of the charge-off right.
- Examine the credit report to make sure the charge-off details are correct.
- If there are errors, submit a dispute with the credit agencies so they can rectify those issues.
- In cases where the charge-offs are legitimate, taking action against the creditor is worth considering.
- We are paying the charge in full for withdrawal of the charge-off.
- We are offering to settle for less than the claimed amount.
- I was holding up an actionable payment scheme.
- If you make any negotiation, do so in writing before payment is made.
- Ensure that you make timely payments on all your current accounts to enhance your credit status over time.
- Exercise patience, as charge-offs will take up to seven years after the original delinquency to be dropped from the credit report.
- Consider a reputable credit counseling agency for guidance.
- As a last resort, consult with a consumer law attorney about your options.
Allow me to describe in more detail the steps given:
- Make the right conclusion based on the information provided in the report.
- Access free copies of the credit history reports of the three major bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) at http://www.AnnualCreditReport.com.
- Carefully examine every entry marked as a charge-off.
- Specifically, look for the creditor’s name, account number, outstanding amount, and dates.
- Identify any such accounts that are unfamiliar or have any wrong information of this nature.
- Dispute all inaccuracies and commas.
- Upon this discovery, documents to support this (records of payments, letters from lenders) must be collected.
- Every credit reporting agency that reported the mistake must be disputed.
- This can be done on the web, through the post, or over the phone.
- State things as they are and attach any necessary evidence.
- The bureau is allowed thirty days to conduct this process.
Negotiate with creditors:
- For pay-for-delete.
- Contact the creditor and offer to pay in full in exchange for deleting the charge from your credit report.
- This is only sometimes successful, as some creditors have policies against it.
For debt settlement:
- Give a smaller sum less than the amount you owe.
- This will happen normally. Aim for the bottom and then negotiate from here (30-50% of the balance at first).
For a payment plan:
- If the lump sum payment is out of reach or harder to sustain.
- Give a range you can pay monthly and arrange for one.
Get agreements in writing:
- Before making any payments, get them to provide you with a written agreement signed by both parties outlining the terms you have talked about.
- The contract must always outline the amount of money needed when that money is needed and what the creditor is to do regarding the charge-off that has been made against your credit report.
- This document should be retained for your reference.
- Let it become useful for appropriate reasons in the future.
Improve current credit standing:
- Ensure that all present debts are settled according to the due date at all times.
- If necessary, create standing orders so that this can be achieved easily.
- Ensure your credit card balances are below 30% of the maximum credit you are granted.
- New accounts should not be opened in credit for a duration of time that is so short.
- If you need help getting approved for traditional credit, consider a secured credit card to improve your credit history.
Be patient:
- It can be when a charge-off was made, allowing by law for the notice charge-off to remain on their credit report for seven years from the date of the first missed payment that led to that charge-off.
- Over time, active efforts must be made to replace negative with positive credit history.
- As long as people exhibit proper credit practices, they experience temporal improvement in their credit scores.
- This is even before the charge-off is cleared up.
Seek credit counseling:
Find non-profit credit counseling services approved by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) or the Financial Counseling Association of America (FCAA).
These agencies may also provide individual attention and assistance with budget formation and a departmental debt recovery plan may be arranged.
Beware of for-profit credit repair companies that make promises that seem impossible.
Consult a client discrimination attorney:
If you think your rights granted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) or Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) are being stepped upon by some creditor or credit bureau, you can seek legal help.
An attorney will be able to educate you on your rights and, if need be, will assist you in acts of legal suit.
Some attorneys’ first inquiries are free to assess your case.
In all fairness, the removal process for late charges is not to be rushed. It is a long process, and with regular attempts, it is possible to restore one’s creditworthiness.
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How To Handle An Angry Homebuyer or an Unsatisfied Borrower: If you run into hostile homebuyers, you must be sociable, have good interpersonal skills, and work fast to find solutions affordably. Dealing with them goes like this:
Stay Calm and Hear Them Out
- Active Listening: Let the angry borrower speak without cutting them off when they want to do that.
- Tell the clients you can hear them.
- Emotional support: Tell them that you know how they feel about that.
Identify the Issue
- Find Out Why: Specify the chief cause of their dissatisfaction.
- Interview them to clarify what the problem is rather than make assumptions.
- Document Everything: Write down the comments and answers they give.
Make Recommendations:
- Talk through the Problem-solving Strategies.
- Discuss what measures can be taken or what other options are on offer to help alleviate their concerns.
- State what can be done and what cannot be done.
Provide Progress Reports:
- When the borrower raises a concern you need to address, the responsible office is still resolving it.
- Make available to the borrower what you will do to resolve the concern and when the issue will be sorted out.
How the Follow Up Strategy Will Look Like is Worth Noting:
- Prompt Updates: The borrower should be kept informed to the right extent.
- More crucially, the feedback on the resolution of their issue should be approached by them.
- Besides having no further information, one ensures they are looking for good in their place.
Resolution Assurances: Upon the closure of the issue, the affected borrower should also be assured that the given problem is rectified.
Case Scenario Example
Example of Situation: A borrower complained that a concerned person changed their issue by changing their credit scores. This cumulatively caused their loan mortgage interest rates to keep escalating monthly after the clients had been pre-approved.
Reaction: The customer-borrower is, therefore, very sorry for this vise. He goes on to tell what affects the scores and rates and also tries to look for other options, like going through the borrower’s credit files once more and looking for other products or trying a temporary rate buy-down negotiation.
Prevent Future Complaints
- Proactive Communication: It is essential to prevent customer complaints.
- These pieces of information are repeated to the borrower.
- It explains the stage of the process and whether there will be any problems in the future.
- Ensure there are understood time limits.
- It should be clear that the officers set time limits and discuss the ambiguity of the dates, cost estimates, and the issue.
By following the proposed steps, you may resolve the adverse situation for the borrower, thus keeping them open to dealing with you in the future.
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Home Builders in Florida continue to cut home prices as inventory builds. Three hundred thousand unsold brand-new homes are on the market. Home builders like Lennar Homes and DR Horton are cutting prices to $54,000 in Florida. Watch the attached video.
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Characteristics of French Bulldogs
French Bulldogs, often called “Frenchies,” are a popular small breed known for their bat ears, short snouts, and compact, muscular bodies. French Bulldogs are loving, playful dogs that thrive on attention. These little guys have a lot of personality. They’re charmingly stubborn, making them even more lovable to many dog owners!
Are French Bulldog Puppies Expensive?
Yes, French Bulldog puppies can be quite expensive. Prices generally range from $2,500 to over $10,000. Depending on factors such as pedigree, breeder reputation/color/location, etc. This high cost is mainly due to demand and the difficulty of breeding them, as they need artificial insemination and C-sections due to their physical structure.
Why Are French Bulldogs So Expensive?
Difficulties with Breeding: The physicality of French bulldogs’ anatomy often requires artificial insemination or cesarean sections, greatly increasing breeder costs.
French Bulldogs Are Highly Sought After: Frenchies are highly desired among dog lovers because of their cute looks, manageable size, and friendly nature.
Only Few Litters Per Birth: Typically, only three to five puppies per litter are born by mothers, so availability becomes scarce quickly.
Health Problems
Since French Bulldogs have a brachycephalic (short-nosed) structure, they are prone to several health issues:
Breathing Difficulties: Their flat faces may cause breathing problems, especially during hot or humid weather conditions when panting is necessary to cool down the body.
Hip Dysplasia: Some suffer from weak hip joints that affect mobility, thus leading to dysplasia (abnormal development).
Skin Allergies/Infections: Folds along their faces gather dirt easily, making them susceptible to allergies and infections if not cleaned regularly and proper care measures are taken, such as wiping after meals, etcetera.
Spinal Disorders: Intervertebral Disc Disease can occur due to abnormality in the spine of a French bulldog.
Lifespan: The average lifespan is 10-12 years, but this may vary depending on factors such as overall health and care given to them.
Are They Good with Children and Other Pets?
With Small Children: Yes, they are generally good with kids. They love being around children because of their playful nature. However, for safety reasons, it’s always advisable that an adult supervises any interaction between young ones and pets.
With Other Dogs: French Bulldogs get along well with other dogs, especially when socialized from puppyhood onwards, although sometimes they can be territorial or dominant towards unfamiliar ones.
With Cats: Frenchies can get along with cats if raised together since most have friendly personalities that make them compatible as playmates for feline friends. However, individual characters will differ among individuals.
Intelligence: French bulldogs are averagely intelligent. They learn fast, particularly through positive reinforcement. Sometimes, their stubbornness makes training difficult, so one needs patience while dealing with a Frenchie during lessons.
Determination: In conclusion, french bulldogs are adorable breeds with unique features that set them apart from other dogs. Despite being costly to buy & maintain, plus health challenges associated with owning such pets, like breathing difficulties because of short muzzles. Susceptibility towards skin infections/allergies due to unhygienic living conditions, especially folds around the face area. Spinal problems are caused by abnormal vertebral development. These creatures remain popular worldwide for their compatibility with children and cats since both share playful characteristics, manageable size, and endearing personalities, making them perfect choices within families.
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What Does ‘Residual Income’ Mean On VA Loans?
When it comes to VA loans, residual income means the amount of money left after a borrower pays off all their main monthly expenses, including housing, debt payments, taxes, and other obligations. This is because residual income is used in VA loans to determine whether somebody has enough money for basic living expenses after making the mortgage payment.
How Do You Calculate Residual Income?
To calculate residual income on a VA loan, subtract from the borrower’s gross monthly income all major costs such as:
- Monthly Mortgage Payment (PITI) includes principal, interest, taxes, and insurance.
- Debt Obligations like credit card payments, car loans, etc., are recurring.
- Federal, State, And Local Taxes are based on their tax bracket.
Maintenance And Utilities – standard allowance depending on property size and region.
Formula For Residual Income For A Mortgage
The formula for calculating residual income is:
- Residual Income = Gross Monthly Income – (PITI + Recurring Debt + Taxes + Utilities + Maintenance Costs)
What Does Residual Income Tell You?
This tells us how much money people have left over each month once they’ve met all their financial commitments. It ensures veterans can pay for things like food or gas, even after paying off debts or making house payments.
What Does Residual Income Affect?
Loan Approval: To get approved for a loan, an applicant must follow the minimum requirements set by the VA regarding this concept. If an applicant fails to meet these thresholds, their application will not be considered regardless of other factors such as credit score or DTI ratio.
Financial Stability: Higher residual earnings imply one can easily cover unplanned expenditures, thus lowering the chances of defaulting on bank loans. Therefore, lenders use it to measure clients’ overall financial position before granting them credits since those with greater RI are more likely to repay borrowed amounts in full without fail.
Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI): Though not lenders employ the same as DTI, both to evaluate borrowers’ creditworthiness. In some cases, even if someone’s DTI is high, his strong residual salary can qualify him for a VA loan.
Minimum Residual Income Requirements
The VA has minimum residual income requirements that vary with family size and regional location, i.e., northeast, south, midwest, and west. This means that larger families need larger amounts of RI to support higher living standards.
Residual income is an integral part of VA loans since it helps verify whether or not people will have any extra money after settling their basic needs. It acts as a safety net, ensuring that veterans can comfortably meet their mortgage obligations without putting other areas of financial well-being at risk.